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Friday Quickie: Reduce Yard Waste This Fall

Autumn leaves are gorgeous , but can add up to quite the mess when they fall. Don’t let your yard waste end up in landfills!  Here’s a few do’s and don’ts for this leafy season:

  • Don’t use a leaf blower. Leaf blowers may save time, but they release emissions and cause pollution.
  • Do grab a rake! You’ll kill two birds with one stone – getting in a good workout, and cleaning up your yard simultaneously.
  • Don’t burn your leaves. It’s crazy that people still do this – yes it’s easy but putting a match to a big pile of leaves produces hydrocarbons that can contain toxic and carcinogenic compounds. Not to mention it’s a fire hazard!
  • Do compost. Grinding or shredding leaves typically makes composting a little simpler. Check out this tutorial on how to compost leaves.
  • Definite Do – take advantage of the The Streets Department Bagged Leaf and Recycling Program starting November 5th! For more info check out the Philly Streets site.

 

Beth Funari

Beth is a Health and Wellness expert who believes sustainability goes hand-in-hand with self care. She’s the girl whipping up kombucha cocktails at parties, and extolling the benefits of canning vegetables to anyone who will listen.

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